In the framework of the finalization of the National Strategy “For the Prevention of Money Laundering and Financing of Terrorism 2024-2030” and its Action Plan, the Financial Intelligence Agency (FIA) held consultation meetings, on July 4-5 and 8, with the members of the Inter-Institutional Working Group (IWG) representing interest groups from the private sector, as follows:
- Albanian Association of Banks;
- Chamber of Advocates of Albania;
- National Chamber of Notaries;
- Association of Builders of Albania;
- Institute of Authorized Accounting Experts (IEKA);
- Albanian Association of Foreign Exchange Offices (AFEA);
- Albanian Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREA).
The strategy’s objectives were presented during the meetings, along with other topics, following a review based on suggestions from an international expert. This review was made possible thanks to the financial support from the Council of Europe Office in Tirana.
The final document of the National Strategy “For the prevention of Money Laundering and Financing of Terrorism 2024-2030” and the action plan are expected to be approved at the next meeting of the Coordinating Committee of the Fight Against Money Laundering.